If you want gourmet food on your doorstep be sure to check out the excellent Indian restaurants in Abridge. In fact, Indian cuisine is probably the village's speciality. At local favourite Taj Mahal, the chefs are masters at preparing dishes that will have your taste buds tingling, that’s for sure. The Sunday buffet is perfect for weekend family feasts, while specials like Himalayan momo dumplings and Goan-style chicken xacuti curries offer divine tastes every day of the week. So forget about taking the train to Brick Lane – great curries can be found in Essex too.

You’ll also find plenty of alternative restaurants in the Abridge area. For instance, over in Romford you'll find Mangal Meze and Kervan Saray serving up exceptional Turkish cuisine where you can indulge in a huge range of small dishes. Perfect for larger groups, we recommend the meze platter brimming with lamb and chicken doner, chicken wings, ribs, Adana kofte, rice and salad at Mangal Meze, though the menu here is extensive so you’ll simply have to return to work your way through it all. Perfect for lunch with coworkers or dinner with the family, you’ll be satisfied each and every time.